Fiesta Resort All Inclusive Central Pacific - Costa Rica
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Our Rating
7.9
9.1
Star Rating
4.0
5.0
Room Count
408
257
Restaurants
4
10
Pools
4
5
Year Opened
—
2013
Year Renovated
2023
2013
Features
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Fiesta Resort All Inclusive Central Pacific - Costa Rica
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
All-Inclusive
Yes
Yes
Adults Only
No
Yes
Beach Access
Yes
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids Club
Yes
No
Dining Comparison
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Fiesta Resort All Inclusive Central Pacific - Costa Rica
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Venues
10
18
Included
10
17
Extra Charge
0
1
Room Comparison
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Fiesta Resort All Inclusive Central Pacific - Costa Rica
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Room Categories
11
10
Suite Categories
4
6
Activities Comparison
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Fiesta Resort All Inclusive Central Pacific - Costa Rica
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Activities
23
25
Included
21
22
Extra Charge
2
3
Pros & Cons
Fiesta Resort All Inclusive Central Pacific - Costa Rica
Pros
Pacific sunsets from the volcanic sand beach or the observation pier are a genuine resort highlight — not resort marketing, consistently flagged by guests as a trip memory
Cana Brava's seafood restaurant is significantly above average for an all-inclusive — the ceviche uses genuinely fresh product
The Premium zone upgrade delivers real value: ocean-view rooms, private pool, and Macarela exclusivity are tangible perks, not just branding
Latin American and Costa Rican clientele gives the property an authentic local atmosphere rather than a generic international resort feel
Heliconia Spa's oceanfront bungalow setting is distinctive — treatments in a tropical garden steps from the Pacific is a different experience from a standard hotel spa
Cons
The volcanic sand beach is unsuitable for swimming most days — guests expecting a Caribbean-style swim-and-snorkel beach will be disappointed
90-minute airport transfer from San Jose adds real friction to tight schedules and late-night arrivals
Room quality is uneven during the multi-year renovation — request a Building 1 (Fiesta Double) room to get the renovated standard; other categories may still be in the older condition
Three of four restaurants require a 2-night minimum stay for reservations — guests on shorter stays are limited to the buffet and snack bar for most meals
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Pros
Pink Gin Beach is genuinely calm and swimmable — sheltered cove geometry prevents the choppy surf that affects more exposed Caribbean beaches.
Ten restaurants for 257 rooms is a high ratio, resulting in shorter waits and more consistent kitchen quality than larger Sandals properties.
Five-minute airport transfer is among the shortest in the Sandals chain — no long bus rides after a redeye.
SkyPool suites with private infinity plunge pools are architecturally distinctive and not replicated at most other properties.
PADI scuba diving up to two dives/day is included — at $80–100 per dive externally, this adds real value for certified divers.
Summary
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more restaurants, while Fiesta Resort All Inclusive Central Pacific - Costa Rica is the larger property, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more dining venues, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa offers more activities.
The property's smaller, quieter personality makes it work well for couples who want intimacy over high-energy activity.
Cons
The Sandals app reservation system is unreliable — restaurants show as fully booked while tables are available, and closures go unannounced.
"Partial ocean view" and even some "ocean view" rooms deliver disappointing sightlines — verify the specific building and floor before booking.
Butler Elite categories represent a meaningful price jump; the value is clearest for guests who actually use 24-hour room service and prefer to delegate planning.
Beach lounger availability at the South Seas pool requires early claiming (pre-8:30 AM on busy weeks) — not ideal for late risers.
Older sections of the property show maintenance wear relative to the newer Italian village buildings.
